The Perspectives of Pension System Modernization in the Republic of Moldova

Economica ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Svetlana Biloocaia ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Population ◽  
Pension System ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Republic Of Moldova ◽  
Pension Systems ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Economic Balance ◽  
Global Aging

The global aging process is changing the demographic structure of the world’s population and the socio-economic balance between generations. This process urgently raises the question of the forms of social support for the elderly population, thereby making new requirements on pension systems. The study of the international experience and practice of the Republic of Moldova, carried out in this article, has revealed that countries with pension systems that combine voluntary and mandatory, public and private schemes are most effective in solving this problem. At the same time, investigation demonstrates that pension system modernization requires strong analysis of its possible advantages and disadvantages, taking into consideration the whole set of peculiarities of the Republic of Moldova.

scholarly journals 744. Effectiveness of 23-Valent Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine and Influenza Vaccine Against Pneumococcal Pneumonia Among Elderly Patients Aged 65 Years and Older in the Republic of Korea: A Case–Control Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (suppl_1) ◽  
pp. S267-S267
Author(s):  
Jong Hun Kim ◽  
Byung Chul Chun ◽  
Joon Young Song ◽  
Hyo Youl Kim ◽  
In-Gyu Bae ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Case Control Study ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Case Control ◽  
Polysaccharide Vaccine ◽  
Vaccine Effectiveness ◽  
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Control Study

Abstract Background The national immunization program (NIP) of annual influenza vaccination to the elderly population (≥65 years of age) in the Republic of Korea (ROK) has been implemented since 1987. Recently, the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPV23) through the NIP has been provided to the elderly population in the ROK since May 2013. The aim of this study was to assess PPV23 and influenza vaccine (IV) effectiveness in preventing pneumococcal pneumonia (PP) among elderly patients ≥65 years of age. Methods A case–control study using a hospital-based cohort was conducted. Cases of PP including bacteremic PP and nonbacteremic PP were collected from 14 hospitals in the pneumococcal diseases surveillance program from March 2013 to October 2015. Controls matched by age and sex in the same hospital were selected. Demographic, clinical information, and vaccination histories were collected. Previous immunization was categorized into “vaccinated” if a patient had received vaccines as follows: PPV23 (4 weeks to 5 years) and IV (2 weeks to 6 months) prior to the diagnosis of PP for case patients and prior to the hospital admission for control patients. Adjusted odds ratio (OR) was calculated, controlling for underlying medical conditions. Vaccine effectiveness was defined as (1 – OR) × 100. Results During the study period, a total of 661 cases (104 bacteremic PP cases and 557 nonbacteremic PP cases) and 661 controls were enrolled for analyses. For overall patients ≥65 years of age, there was no significant vaccine effectiveness against PP. For young elderly patients with 65–74 years, IV alone (1.2%, [95% confidence interval (CI) −95.3% to 50.0%]) and PPV23 alone (21.9%, [95% CI −39.0% to 56.1%]) were not effective. However, significant vaccine effectiveness of PPV23 plus IV against PP was noted (54.4%, [95% CI 6.9–77.7%], P = 0.031). For older elderly patients ≥75 years of age, no significant vaccine effectiveness was observed. Conclusion Our study indicates that PPV23 plus IV may be effective in preventing PP among young elderly patients with 65–74 years, suggesting additive benefits of influenza plus PPV23 vaccination. Further studies are required to confirm the persistent additive protective effectiveness. Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals The Importance of Resilience for Well-Being in Retirement

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (61) ◽  
pp. 191-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristiane Pimentel Nalin ◽  
Lucia Helena de Freitas Pinho França
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Private Organizations ◽  
Economic Satisfaction ◽  
The Mean

The increase in the elderly population has prompted research on retirement. This study investigated the importance of resilience, economic satisfaction, the length of retirement, and planning to well-being during retirement of 270 participants. The majority of this sample were men (64%), and the mean age was 65 years (SD = 5.7). The participants were retired members of 10 public and private organizations in Rio de Janeiro. Factor analysis and hierarchical regression were performed. The results showed that determined resilience (mastery, adaptability, confidence and perseverance) and socioeconomic satisfaction were the main predictors of well-being in retirement and explained 28% of this model. The findings suggest that well-being in retirement is closely related to socioeconomic satisfaction and determined resilience. Additional research should address the importance of resilience for the well-being of retirees who are or not members of retirement associations. Resilience attitudes should be promoted in Retirement Education Programs.

scholarly journals Quality of life of the elderly population during the virus Covid-19 pandemic with special reference to agriculturists

2020 ◽  
Vol 67 (4) ◽  
pp. 1155-1167
Author(s):  
Pavle Radanov ◽  
Ivana Lešević ◽  
Pavle Brzaković ◽  
Dragan Pajić
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Special Importance ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
State Of Emergency ◽  
The Republic

In the Republic of Serbia, on March 15 th , 2020 Government decided to declare a state of emergency due to the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the measures was a movement ban for people over 65 in urban areas and those over 70 in rural areas. This research should indicate how people over 65 in urban areas have endured this situation, especially in relation to the same population in rural areas, as well as implications of the movement ban on the quality of life of the elderly population. Special importance is given to the rural population engaged in agriculture. A tool of data collection in this research was anonymous survey. Respondents' answers were statistically processed, which led to clear conclusions about the large negative consequences for the elderly population, including the agricultural activities in rural areas. Covid-19 is still present, which opens further questions related to the quality of life of the elderly population, if necessity for similar measures recurs in the future.

Comparative Analysis of Pension Systems in Russia and Italy

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 62-66
Author(s):  
В. Лановая ◽  
V. Lanovaya
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Life Expectancy ◽  
Retrospective Analysis ◽  
Pension System ◽  
Pension Systems ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Statistical Indicators ◽  
Design Experience

The problems arising from the transformation of the pension system are the most relevant in recent years. This article presents a retrospective analysis of pension systems in Russia and Italy. The statistical portrait of the number of pensioners, the dynamics of life expectancy and the number of years in retirement, the coefficient of pension load, the average pension in these countries were studied. Particular attention is paid to the advantages and disadvantages of the functioning of pension systems, the main directions of reform in recent years. The analyzed data allows to substantiate the relationship between statistical indicators explaining the prerequisites of the latest changes in the functioning of pension systems and the directions of their current improvement. The reasoned position regarding the design experience of the organization of the Italian pension system in relation to Russia will avoid a number of problems that can adversely affect not only each individual, but also the development of the whole country.

scholarly journals The Current Situation of the Reform on World Public Pension and Its Enlightenment to China

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shuna Liu
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Population ◽  
Total Population ◽  
Pension System ◽  
Emerging Market ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Pension Scheme ◽  
Retirement Income ◽  
Emerging Market Countries ◽  
Formidable Challenge ◽  
Old Age Poverty

From a worldwide perspective, the proportion of the elderly in the total population is increasing. How to maintain the adequacy and fnancial sustainability of pension system will be a formidable challenge for all countries. Most OECD (the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) countries and many emerging market countries have reformed their pensions system. Structural reforms and parametric reforms are main reform measures. Meanwhile, employment promotion of the elderly and alleviating old age poverty are drawing much more attention. It can be concluded that , on the basis of empirical analysis of other countries' reforms and comparative analysis, China should combine measures of raising the retirement age with promoting the age management ; and lower the poverty of older people to ensure that the elderly population can receive adequate retirement income; and extend the coverage of voluntary pension scheme to attract more labor force employed in informal sectors to participate in ,thus increasing retirement income eventually

THE TRAINING AND EDUCATION OF AGE PEOPLE IN THE CONTEXT OF THE NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR ACTIVE LIFE OF ADULTS PEOPLE IN BULGARIA - RESEARCH

2019 ◽  
pp. 153-160
Author(s):  
Gena Velkovska ◽  
Valeri Velkovski
Keyword(s):  
Labor Market ◽  
Lifelong Learning ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Pension System ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
National Strategy ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Statistical Institute ◽  
Active Life ◽  
The Republic

According to the data of the National Statistical Institute [www.nsi.bg], on the basis of the census as of February 1, 2011, the population aged 50 and over in the Republic of Bulgaria is 2 943 055, or 40,0% of the total population of the country. In response to the challenges posed by an aging population, in June 2012 The Council of Ministers of the Republic of Bulgaria has adopted a National Concept for the Promotion of the Active Life of the Elderly for the period 2012-2030. [www.mlsp.government.bg]. [3] The concept includes six operational goals and objectives in the fields of labor market, pension system, healthcare, education, long-term care and so on. As noted in the National Strategy for Active Life of the Elderly in Bulgaria for the period 2019 - 2030. [www.mlsp.government.bg] [1], lifelong learning and lifelong learning will contribute to people's ability to follow structural changes in the labor market. According to the results of the author's study, educational programs even for people out of the employment range are linked to the opportunities they provide for acquiring new knowledge and skills, but this knowledge satisfies the personal needs and needs of the elderly.

scholarly journals Long-term drug use and polypharmacy among the elderly population in the Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

2016 ◽  
Vol 73 (5) ◽  
pp. 435-441
Author(s):  
Vanda Markovic-Pekovic ◽  
Ranko Skrbic
Keyword(s):  
Drug Use ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Bosnia And Herzegovina ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Insurance Fund ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Multiple Drugs

Background/Aim. Prescription of drugs is a fundamental care component of the elderly. Elderly patients often take multiple drugs, and it is known that polypharmacy may lead to drug interactions and adverse events. The aim of this study was to analyze the long-term drug use and the prevalence of polypharmacy among the elderly population in the Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Methods. A retrospective study of outpatient drug use in 2005 and 2010 was conducted, analyzing prescriptions for patients aged ? 65 years reimbursed by the Health Insurance Fund. The study population was stratified by gender and age. Long-term drug use was defined as continuous drug dispensing for a whole year or at least two thirds of the year. Polypharmacy was defined as the use of 5 or more different reimbursed drugs. Results. Of all insured people aged ? 65 years, long-term drug use was identified in 10% (2005) and in 19% (2010), of whom 62% were women. Two to four different drugs were used by almost 49% (2005) and 54% (2010) of the elderly patients. The polypharmacy prevalence increased from 1.4% (2005) to 3.6% (2010); it increased in all the age groups of both genders. The largest increase was observed in the age group 65-74 years. Polypharmacy prevalence increase was higher in women. The most commonly used drugs were those for to treatment of cardiovascular diseases, in particular drugs for hypertension and cardiac treatment. Conclusion. The study findings point out to the increase of elderly population with a long-term drug use. Over a half of elderly patients use 2-4 different drugs on the long-term basis. The polypharmacy prevalence was low. It increased in the period of 5 years in both genders. The increase was more prominent in women of all the age groups. The use of multiple drugs and polypharmacy increased with ageing.

scholarly journals Small and large farms in the Republic of Moldova: trends and perspectives

2014 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 902-912
Author(s):  
Victor Moroz ◽  
Anatolie Ignat ◽  
Eugenia Lucasenco
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Agricultural Production ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Republic Of Moldova ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Large Farms

In recent years the Republic of Moldova has implemented a set of reforms in order to increase the efficiency of agricultural production. The main purpose of this paper is to highlight economic advantages and disadvantages of large and small scale farms, and also to focus on the multidimensional role of the small scale farming for rural areas. The methodology used in the article is based on analysis of statistical data, as well as on results of relevant qualitative and quantitative surveys. The main expected results of this paper lay in the proposals of ways in which agriculture can make a contribution to the vibrancy of rural communities from the Republic of Moldova.

scholarly journals Pension System as a Limitation Factor on the Development of the Economy of the Republic of Srpska

2019 ◽  
Vol 87 ◽  
pp. 41-55
Author(s):  
Zoran Mastilo
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Financial Markets ◽  
National Economy ◽  
Growth Rates ◽  
Pension System ◽  
Pension Systems ◽  
Developed Economies ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Society Today

Aim of this paper is to, by means of comparative analysis, demonstrate that contemporary pension systems are limitation factors of development of the Republic of Srpska, and that they should be reformed and improved. Ultimately, pension systems should be the basis for development of the Republic of Srpska. They should significantly improve strengthening of financial markets, enhancement of capital markets, higher growth rates of the Republic of Srpska, idecrease of unemployment. Private pension funds are to change the habits and ideas of every future insurance holder, aiming to make the pension rights a matter of concern of every individual, instead being the obligation and ballast of the society. Today, stabile financing of pension systems and their funds is becoming increasingly questionable. A gap is emerging between the area of rights gained by law and financial possibilities for their implementation. Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) systems, i.e. systems of inter-generation solidarityare particularly endangered. Adequate systematization of gathered data, i.e. evidence, should provide conclusions that pension systems are a limitation todevelopment of national economy. This claim is present in underdeveloped and developing countries, with developed economies also facing grave problems.

Design of intelligent home pension service platform based on machine learning and wireless sensor network

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Yan Cui ◽  
Lijun Zhang ◽  
Yumei Hou ◽  
Ge Tian
Keyword(s):  
Machine Learning ◽  
Smart Home ◽  
Pension System ◽  
Care Service ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Wireless Sensor ◽  
Disease Stage ◽  
Physiological Parameter ◽  
Service Platform ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages

At present, there is a certain lag in the construction of the service platform of the smart home pension system in my country, which does not reflect the use characteristics of the elderly. In order to improve the reliability of the smart service system for the elderly, this research builds a smart home care service platform based on machine learning and wireless sensor networks around the state of the elderly’s home life, disease stage, physical state, and intellectual state. Moreover, after comparing the advantages and disadvantages of several wireless sensor communication network technologies and in-depth understanding of communication principles and network topology, the overall design of the system is proposed. In addition, this study combines the design requirements of the system to optimize and improve the wearable physiological parameter collection system and focuses on the design and implementation of the hardware and software of the physiological parameter collection module in the construction of the new system platform. Finally, this study analyzes the performance of the model in this study through controlled trials. The results of the study show that the platform constructed in this paper is effective.

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